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Allison L.

Allison Bio

Clive, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Allison and I am looking for a 25 hour - full time job for this summer. However, any babysitting jobs or other care giving opportunities, reoccurring or not, would also be great! I'm a nurturing and responsible caregiver with a passion for creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn and...
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Kathleen A.

Empty Nester Looking To Care For Children And/or Animals.

Clive, IA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 55-year-old 31 year happily married resident of Clive. I recently took early retirement from my job of 33 years but I am an active person and am seeking employment that allows me to do things I love. I have 3 grown children so my mommy duties that I loved so much have all but gone. All of our kids were good students,...
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Jai C.

Clive, IA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I've always been drawn to the incredible growth and development of children, which led me to become a childcare provider. With four years of experience and a passion for nurturing young minds, I find great joy in supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option. My patient, creative, and friendly nature enables me...
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Karis N.

Clive, IA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hey there! I'm Karis, I am 18 years old and just graduated from high school I have 4 years of experience. I love helping families and making sure parents can relax knowing their kids are safe. I'm patient and friendly, creating a great space for kids to grow. I always keep parents in the loop about their kid's day or any...
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Caitlin K.

Get To Know Me!

Clive, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love and ADORE kids and have had a passion to work with kids since a very young age. The minute I turned 16yrs old I got a job at a daycare. I work there all the way to my senior year of high school and left due to the COVID 19 pandemic in 2020. I was head lead teacher of the infant and toddler rooms and I thrived in that...
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Eleanor B.

Fun, Loving, Energetic Nanny! :)

Clive, IA

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi I'm Elle! I'm currently in graduate school at Rocky Mountain University for Speech Language Pathology! I am 23 and looking for jobs to make some money while going to school! If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out!
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Amber M.

Experienced Babysitter Available Weeknights And Weekends

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been around kids all my life. I have a younger brother and sister that I helped out with growing up. My mother ran a daycare when I was young. I did quite a bit of babysitting for family and friends while growing up. When I got out of high school, I went to school for nursing for a while but decided it wasn't for me. I...

Care Member says "Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!"

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Jenifer M.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
Hi my name is Jenifer. I love singing, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities. I'm 42, with 2 dogs, and 1 cat, so animals are no problem. I've been babysitting since I was 12, first my brother's, then nieces, and friends children. My schedule is open and flexible. I'm certified in child and infant CPR and basic first aid....

Karen Y. says "She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!! "

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Tinovimbanashe C.

Safety First, Then Let's Enjoy The Day!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
I have been taking care of my friend's children and the oldest is 11 and the youngest is 1. I also enjoy riding bicycles with kids.

Shannon C. says "Tino was amazing. She had a connection with our kids, but was still great at directing and keeping them on task. She was always on time, was better/ more...

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Susan H.

Registered Nurse With A M.A. In Health Administration

Urbandale, IA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I grew up in Iowa, and lived in central Illinois before moving to the Triangle area of NC. I moved back to the Des Moines area to assist my mom, who is 100! I am a registered nurse with a MA in Health Administration from the University of Iowa. I have experience working as a supervisor/manager/director in the health care...

Care Member says "Susan has been watching our daughter since she was a newborn. She is now 15 months. She’s so great to work with and always on time. Very trustworthy....

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Maria M.

Kids Are A Passion! Learning Is A Gift. Having Both Is A Blessing!

Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently pursuing my PhD in education. I'm looking to be a helpful addition to a family in need during this time!
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Carol M.

Des Moines, IA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Carol. I'm currently working as an educational consultant and I tutor and babysit on the side. I have an extensive history of working with children. In high school I worked part time in a day care center with mostly toddlers, I taught preschool for a year right out of college, and I have worked with...

Care Member says "Great experience with Carol! Very professional and did a wonderful job! Would definitely recommend her! Thank you Carol!"

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Rachel C.

Experienced Sitter With Education Background

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi all! My name is Rachel and I am an experienced sitter looking for Saturday, weekday evening, or overnight babysitting/nannying positions. I teach art courses at DMACC and have a graduate degree from The University of Iowa in Painting & Drawing. Before moving to Iowa, I worked with Teach for America in Louisiana where I was a...

Joe W. says "Rachel has been fantastic! My family hasn't had the greatest luck finding dependable and caring babysitters. Unfortunately, I have to attend class multiple...

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Katherine K.

Enthusiastic, Creative, & Responsible Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
I love children! I have 3 little, 6, 3, and 1. I have years of experience, from nannying to teaching and doing the school runs. I am looking for opportunities that allow me to bring my kids with me. The two big kids are in school, one full time, so we do have a schedule to work around. We need to stay around the WDM area...
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Inna D.

Hello I Am 18 Years Old, And Am Searching For A Full Time, Part Time, Date Nights

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Innessa and I'm 19 yrs of age. As an experienced nanny, I understand the importance of providing high-quality childcare that supports both the emotional and developmental needs of children. My background includes several years of working with families, during which I have honed my ability to create a safe,...

Maria M. says "We feel incredibly fortunate to have Innessa care for our girls (2 and 4 year old). She engaged in creative play and always ensured their safety and...

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Iqueisha B.

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'am currently a lead teacher at koalaty Time Child Development Center and preschool. I'm very passionate about my job and it has allowed me to gain more experienced in the field I've always wanted to be in.

Jan C. says "Amazing loving caring caregiver. Children love her! Always gives her best!"

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Makayla W.

Waukee, IA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey! My names Makayla, I am 20 years old and I am looking to help some families this summer with babysitting for date nights and other things! I have 4-5 years of babysitting experience, I am a former daycare teacher and I am CPR/AED certified and trained on emergency response to injury and illness through Red Cross. I am...

Andrew E. says "Makayla has babysat for us multiple times and has done great! Our kids are very excited to play with her when she comes over. Highly recommend!"

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Leah J.

Des Moines, IA

4.8(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Leah. I am 24 years old and I graduated from Van Meter in 2018 and currently in college at DMACC to get my RN. I currently live in Des Moines, and I have 3 beautiful kitties and a Goldendoodle so I'm a big animal lover!! I have been watching kids since I was 12 years old and I could easily provide references if needed...

Care Member says "Leah cared for my husband for over 2 years. You will not find a more professional dedicated person in her field. She works in a personal way that...

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Courtney E.

Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 24 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...

Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...

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Helen G.

Fun, Outgoing Babysitter/Nanny

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a 26-year-old nanny with 8+ years of childcare experience. From working as a babysitter, with companies, to finding families myself on Care. com, I provide some of the best care to your children and family. I have my BA in Psychology, hoping to go back sometime and get my MA in...
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  • 60 babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of September 2025

Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Clive, IA

Babysitters in Clive, IA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters

Amber M.

Amber is very friendly and great with my son. She is dependable and I will definitely hire her again!

- Care member

Jenifer M.

She is very reliable, kids took to her instantly, she did an amazing job! Would definitely let her watch my 3 kids anytime!!!

- Karen Y.

Tinovimbanashe C.

Tino was amazing. She had a connection with our kids, but was still great at directing and keeping them on task. She was always on time, was...

- Shannon C.

FAQs for finding a babysitter in Clive, IA:

Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Clive, IA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 6 babysitters in Clive, IA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.

The average rate for Clive, IA babysitters on Care.com is $18.50 per hour as of September 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.

You can find all kinds of babysitters in Clive, IA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.

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